Dedham Police Dept

Spring means wildlife are on the move. 🦌🦨 ⚠️ Stay alert at dawn and dusk ⚠️ Don't take your eyes off the road

MBTA East Street Bridge Project is picking back up in early April, and East Street will be closed on weekdays from 7AM–3:30PM through end of April while the crew gets back to work on roadway utilities and bridge work. Read more: buff.ly/dlZ23RO #DedhamMA #DedhamThrives

Greatly reduce your risk of a crash by practicing the simple stuff — like basic driving habits — every time you get behind the wheel. ⤵️

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day the SAFE way and plan for a sober ride. 🍀🚗 Buzzed Driving Is Drunk Driving.

Traffic Alert: Court Street is blocked due to a pole down just north off Washington Street. Please seek alternate routes this morning.

Even a small amount of alcohol can affect driving ability. ⤵️ In 2023, more than 12,000 people were killed in drunk driving crashes and over 2,000 people were killed in alcohol-related crashes where a driver had a BAC of .01 to .07.

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Spring break reminder: Wait for WALK signals and put your phone down while crossing. Drivers — stay alert for pedestrians!

Checking for recalls includes your vehicle's equipment — like car seats — that keep your kids SAFE. Take a moment to look for open safety recalls: 🟡 NHTSA.gov/Recalls 🟡 Download the SaferCar app

If you have to ask, the answer is always NO. ❌

The more information you have, the better choices you can make! ✅ Buckle Up. Every Trip. Every Time.

SNOW EMERGENCY EXTENDED FOR #DEDHAMMA: The snow emergency is extended until 6AM on Wednesday, February 25. Key updates: 🅿️ Parking Ban: Park on EVEN side only 🗑️ No trash/recycling on Feb. 24; Monday routes CANCELED, resume March 2. Read more: buff.ly/gwtyiFN

Digging out? ❄️ Make the road a safer place — brush it off before you drive away!

🚨 Current Blizzard Conditions: Avoid travel if you can. Heavy snow, strong winds, and whiteout conditions are creating extremely difficult roads across #MA. Stay home, stay safe, and give our crews time to clear the roads. ❄️🚧

If your car is buried under snow, here are some steps to try with safety in mind. ⤵️❄️

SNOW EMERGENCY FOR #DEDHAMMA: ❄️ A snow emergency is in effect in Dedham from Sunday, Feb 22, 6PM to Tuesday, Feb 24, 6AM, including an overnight parking ban, trash/recycling delay, and closure. Read more: buff.ly/ANrAeDa

Don't forget to pack your emergency car kit! ⚠️ Here's a handy list of items to include in case of emergency. ⤵️ More: NHTSA.gov/Winter-Driving…

Nobody plans for a crash, but it helps to know what to do if one happens. ⤵️

Driver & Passengers + Seat Belts = 4ever. ❤️

Parents — a bulky coat can create extra room in a booster seat. ❌ Thinner layers provide the same warmth, and your car's lap-and-shoulder belt will still fit snugly. 🧒✔️